pasta

[pah-stuh, pas-tuh]

noun

1. any of various flour-and-egg food preparations of Italian origin, made of thin, unleavened dough and produced in a variety of forms, usually served with a sauce and sometimes stuffed.

pasta

/ ˈpæstə /

noun

1. any of several variously shaped edible preparations made from a flour and water dough, such as spaghetti

Word History and Origins

Origin of pasta¹

1870–75; < Italian < Late Latin. See paste

Word History and Origins

Origin of pasta¹

Italian, from Late Latin: _paste ¹

Example Sentences

She used it to buy basics like rice, lentils and pasta.

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Even so, products whose prices have been elevated since the Covid-19 pandemic remain subject to duties imposed this year, including sugar, fish, pasta, cheese and cooking oils.

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Take care when combining the rice, lentils and pasta: The mix should be loose and textured, not mushy.

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Residents can donate tinned goods, cereals, pasta, rice, snacks and tea and coffee.

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This savory sugo is wonderful tossed with pasta and a handful of herbs.

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Related Words

• gnocchi 
• linguine 
• macaroni 
• ravioli 
• spaghetti 
• tortellini